Fresh
You could hardly call it a paragon of impartial filmmaking, but this is still a compelling and immersive glance into the nature of competitiveness and the corrupting aspects of fame.
David Jenkins, Time Out
The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Don't get chumpatized
2007 · 1h 23m · PG-13
Documentary
Directed by
Seth Gordon
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The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters
Overview
In this hilarious arcade showdown, a humble novice goes head-to-head against the reigning Donkey Kong champ in a confrontation that rocks the gaming world to its processors! For over 20 years, Billy Mitchell has owned the throne of the Donkey Kong world. No one could beat his top score until now. Newcomer Steve Wiebe claims to have beaten the unbeatable, but Mitchell isn't ready to relinquish his crown without a fight. Go behind the barrels as the two battle it out in a vicious war to earn the title of the true King of Kong.
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Is there anything more tiresome than watching people play video games? Seth Gordon's documentary The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters answers that question with a decisive yes: watching a movie about people playing video games.
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
Fresh
A terrifically entertaining documentary about an unlikely subject.
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail
Fresh
Hilarious and eye-popping.
Peter Howell, Toronto Star
Fresh
Wonderful, hilarious documentary.
Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
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